High-Quality Surgical Care in Pensacola Florida

I had a very extensive Hemorrhoidectomy, removing 3 very large hemorrhoids (internal and external). I’ve only ever read about horror stories of the recovery even from lesser amounts removed. Dr. Hodnette at The Surgery Group was the absolute best and I would recommend him to anyone needing this procedure! The technique he uses during the surgery made for hardly any bleeding or anything else during recovery. He called several times to check on me and make sure I had everything I needed, and was always quick to call in prescriptions when needed. Every time I called I was either able to speak with his nurse or she called me back usually fairly quickly within the same day!

If you are planning on having this surgery done, make sure to ask your surgeon how they perform it (in my case cautery scissors and stitches were used), what they use for pain relief, what if it’s not enough, how long they will prescribe pain medication (make sure it’s definitely enough for at least 2 weeks, one for pain and one for spasms. Pain meds do not touch the pain caused by spasms), and if there will be a way to get in touch with them if you have an issue after hours. The only issue I ever had was when I called after hours and the on call surgeon (from a different facility) would not correct the issue with the prescription refill (a simple box needed to be checked) she gave me the advice that 1000mg of Tylenol and Motrin 800 switching between the two every 3 hours has shown to work just as good as Percocets and doesn’t give you constipation. I took this advice and ended up in the fetal position bawling until I could take other medications and they had time to start taking effect. If your surgeon tells you this is what they recommend for pain medicine after this procedure, RUN!!! FIND ANOTHER SURGEON! (The next morning Dr.Hodnette corrected the prescription immediately, thankfully.)

The staff a North Florida Surgeons are friendly kind, and knowledgeable. My Doctor Frank Hognette was extremely good and listened to what I had to say, I walked out of there feeling pretty confident that this is the practice for me.

Everyone is very nice and show good customer service. Dr. Leahy and her assistant(I can't never remember her name, but is a sweetheart) is very good and very knowledgeable of their job. I was comfortable about anything after talking with them.

I recently had the pleasure of having a rather difficult procedure done by Dr. Wolfe. Prior to surgery every detail was discussed with me and also the potential outcome. She exceeded my expectations! She and her staff, Trisha in particular were very patient in answering all my questions. I would highly recommend them!

Allison was amazing and Dr. Brooke's Hodnott is the best. He actually listens and figures out what is going on

Saw Dr. Scott again today. He is so kind and caring and goes over options for your condition but is never pushy. I am thankful to have him for my surgeon. He rates A +++ to me. Staff is always kind as well. Linda Chumley

Dr Wolff and her whole staff are so loving caring respectful and professional I have not met anyone in her Department hasn't been nice courtesy and go beyond a job to do or make sure you're okay. I thank each and everyone of you ❤️

Dr. Gridley and his staff are hands down the best doctors and surgeon I have ever seen in my life! I came in with chronic gall stones and pancreatitis and Dr. Gridley was the first and only doctor who stepped up and wanted to help. We decided removing the gall bladder was the best option to fix the issue as well as putting a stent in my pancreas to drain a cyst (different doctor did this procedure). Anyways when they put the stent in my pancreas it got so inflamed and painful after the surgery, the hospital wanted to discharge me but I couldn’t even get out of bed let alone go home. So Dr. Gridley advocated for me and made them keep me another day until I stabilized. He also endured to send me home with everything I needed to make my recovery as comfortable as possible. I couldn’t recommend Dr. Gridley and his team enough!

Dr. Onady is probably one of the if not THE best doctor I’ve seen in my adult life. He is caring and goes above and beyond in a time when others seem to want to rush you in and out! His staff is excellent as well.

My experience and review for the Surgery Group is for Dr. Hodnette only. I was dealing with a colorectal issue for months where a diagnosis for the issue had alluded several other professionals. My wife found Dr. Hodnette online and reached out on my behalf and got an appointment right awa after explaing our 4-month long ordeal. Within a few minutes of the examination starting Dr. Hodnette was able to correctly diagnose and recommend a surgical procedure that would fix my issue with a high degree of confidence. I will warn you that appointments at a colorectal doctor are not what most of us are used to experiencing. Set the awkwardness aside and know you are in great hands. I was impressed with the care and treatment I received from that first visit, surgery scheduling, the surgery, and the aftercare were all excellent. I am now 99% fully recovered after about 6-7 weeks since the procedure and my issue has been resolved. I can now live my life without fighting constant infection and being a burden on my wife and worrying about my health. I strongly recommend that anyone in the area needing a colorectal doctor/surgeon to reach out to Dr. Hodnette for help.

I'm so thankful that I was referred to The Surgery Group. Dr.Leahy & Dr.Wolfe are exceptional doctors as well as there staff, especially Trisha. They are very professional, thorough & caring. I don't think I could've found a better team to help ensure my health.

For over two years I was dealing with Diverticulitis. I really didn’t know what was wrong and trying to get the VA to assist was a headache. Eventually I was referred to Dr. Mark Onady best decision ever!!!

Dr. Onady

You saved my life even though it wasn’t anything cancerous. Once again I’m able to enjoy certain foods I haven’t had in a long time.

Thank you!
Very Respectfully
Andy

Dr. Jada Leahy did my mastectomy in April 2019. She is very thorough and is highly skilled. I was very comfortable with her. She treated me with patience and never rushed me through an appointment. I had complete and total trust in her and would call on her again if the need ever arises.

Staff was very helpful and professional! Doctor Onady was detailed in explain what my options were with my surgery. He proformed my surgery flawlessly and my recovery time was less than I thought with minimum pain!! Thanks Dr!

You get in and out fast... Staff is nice and helpful... Dr Hodnette is a great doctor... Nice and clean place...